Have you seen Berroco’s new Elements yarn? This wool/nylon blend is new for fall and hasn’t actually been released yet, but I’m super excited to try it out.
In the slideshow for the Elements pattern booklet, the yarn is … Read More...
Craftsy Classes for $19.99!
Over the weekend Craftsy was running a sale on classes, but the storms on the East Coast knocked out their servers. So they decided to extend the sale for one more day, meaning you can get a great deal on … Read More...
Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Coffee Cozies tutorial
I love the colors and the diversity of Molly’s felt coffee cozies. I always travel with a cold can of Coke, just one a day, and the can is very cold and these stitched straight to fit a can would … Read More...
New Free Pattern from Cross Stitch It and Exclusive Offer
Today I have for you Bee-side the Sea another free pattern exclusive from Cross Stitch It just for readers of Craft Gossip. In addition to this fun free pattern, Cross Stitch It is providing an exclusive 25% discount voucher on … Read More...
How to make an interactive fire nesting puzzle
Or something really cool that would look great as a fun bit of decoration. Check out the fun tutorial Amy shared at her blog While Wearing Heels on how to make this fun fire puzzle (or decoration!)
Free Pattern: Patriotic 4th of July Mini Sock Pin
Here’s another quick one for anyone who needs some red, white and blue to wear for the fourth, or you could wear it while you watch the Olympics. This Patriotic Mini Sock Pin from Designs by KN calls for just … Read More...
Glass Gems Covered Side Table
This pretty side table was made using those pretty flat backed marbles that you buy at the craft store and some resin. Shannon over at Madigan Made will show you exactly what you need to do to create this pretty … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Lagoon + Lemon
Soft, dreamy shades of turquoise and yellow make this Lagoon + Lemon inspiration board perfect for a summery beach wedding or bridal shower! Get all the details at The Sweetest Occasion.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Lavender
Lavender is such a romantic theme for a wedding, especially when paired with cream! For lovely lavender inspiration visit this board at Glamour & Grace.
Tutorial: Pleated Pocket Capris
Heidi from Elegance and Elephants guest blogs at Me Sew Crazy with a tutorial showing how to make her Pleated Pocket Capris for little girls. The box pleat on the pocket back is an unexpected detail. Love it! Go to … Read More...
Americana Stitching – The Brave Wave
I love the saying on this small sampler, “Home of the Free, Because of the Brave.” It has such meaning. Celebrate the true meaning of Independence Day with this freebie from Feathers in the Nest. Get the free chart..
Red White and Blue Mason Jars
Still need some ideas for the 4th? Having a barbecue and just aren’t sure what that final element will be to add pizzazz to your table? Try these red, white and blue mason jars to snazz things up a bit! … Read More...
Happy Fourth of July!
Celebrate Independence Day with Kinkavel Krosses. Lady Kell has designed this patriotic freebie for you to stitch and enjoy as you celebrate the red-white-and-blue. Get the free chart.
Tutorial: No-sew fleece octopus softie
Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed Animals: From Concept to Construction
, shares a tutorial on her blog showing how you can make an octopus softie out of a square of fleece, no sewing required. … Read More...
Tutorial: Kid-designed throw pillows
Kate Conklin shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how you can bring your kids into the design process with a kid-designed throw pillow. The kids get to create their own scene or design out of fabrics backed with … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitching smooth curves on a scalloped hem
Sherry from Pattern Scissors Cloth shows how she created perfectly smooth curves on a scalloped hem. If you think she notched the curves, you’re wrong. Go to her post to see how she did it, notch-free.
[photo from Pattern … Read More...
Tutorial: Little boy’s muscle shirt with handstitched reverse applique
Jessica from A Little Gray guest blogs in the Color Your Summer series at Delia Creates with a tutorial showing how to make a little boy’s muscle shirt with a handstitched reverse applique. Her example makes a subtle 80’s pop … Read More...
Pop Star Cookie Pops
OK, OK, no more red, white and blue. After this one, for at least a few hours. This one is from yours truly, and I promise they are pretty darn easy to make. I created these 4th of July star … Read More...
Easy Firecracker Cakes
Figures the genius of creative sweets (scratch that, genius of all things crafty in food) would come up with a super duper easy dessert for you to make last minute for the 4th of July: “Kaboom Cakes,” aka, store-bought cakes … Read More...
Sipping the Red, White and Blue and the Secret to Layered Drinks
As one in my current state, forbidden to enjoy a lovely cocktail (more on that later), I’m thankful for some alternatives. Like these oh so pretty layered drinks from In Katrina’s Kitchen. Discover the secret to making layered drinks–so … Read More...